Restaurant

The Penrose Bar

The Penrose Bar is one of the best fine dining restaurants in New York for special occasion, especially if you want a strong option in Upper East Side.

The Penrose Bar occupies a particular register on the Upper East Side that most rooms in this zip code fumble: it is neither a power-lunch bunker nor an occasion-restaurant desperately auditioning for prestige.

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Rating (Google) 8.8
2,450 reviews
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8.8
Rating
Based on 2450 reviews
Best used for
Special occasion and business dinner
Price and pace
splurge
Neighborhood
Upper East Side · 1590 2nd Ave, New York, NY 10028, USA
Price
splurge
Google rating
8.8 from 2,450 reviews
Phone
(212) 203-2751
What to order

Signature dishes at The Penrose Bar

Dirty Pickle Martini

Vodka, Spicy Pickle Brine, Pickle Garnish

Spicy Marg

Jalapeño Tequila, Agave, Lime, Smoked Serrano Salt

Pandan Panda Punch

Milk Washed Rum, Sherry, Aquavit, Pandan Lemongrass, Pineapple, Cassia

New Pal

Pineapple Infused Sazerac Rye, Aperol, Method Sweet Vermouth, Angostura Bitters

Wango Tango

Cilantro Mezcal, Tequila, Mango Chinola, Lime, Agave, Spicy Salt

Why go

What makes The Penrose Bar worth the move

The Penrose Bar is a clean first click in Upper East Side in New York when you want a fine dining option you can trust. Dirty Pickle Martini and Spicy Marg also give you a decent sense of the menu. It also holds a 8.8 rating across 2,450 Google reviews.

What to know fast

Public rating
8.8 from 2,450 Google reviews
Best used for
Special occasion and business dinner
Style
Fine Dining in Upper East Side
Spend
splurge

Best for

Know before you go

Google rating: 8.8 from 2,450 reviews
Price point: splurge
Popular dishes: Dirty Pickle Martini, Spicy Marg, Pandan Panda Punch
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What diners are saying

0 diner reviews · reviewed by James Whitfield for The Penrose Bar

Google snapshot
8.8 from 2,450 reviews
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Editorial review by James Whitfield
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For now, The Penrose Bar holds a 8.8 rating across 2,450 Google reviews.

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Quick details

Address
1590 2nd Ave, New York, NY 10028, USA
Phone
(212) 203-2751
Price
splurge
TastyPals score
Coming soon
Google rating
8.8 (2,450 reviews)
Neighborhood
Upper East Side

Frequently asked questions

What cuisine does The Penrose Bar serve?

The Penrose Bar is a Fine Dining restaurant located in Upper East Side, New York. The Penrose Bar occupies a particular register on the Upper East Side that most rooms in this zip code fumble: it is neither a power-lunch bunker nor an occasion-restaurant desperately auditioning for prestige.

What is The Penrose Bar best for?

The Penrose Bar is best for special occasion, special occasion, business dinner, refined, upscale, classic. The Penrose Bar is a clean first click in Upper East Side in New York when you want a fine dining option you can trust. Dirty Pickle Martini and Spicy Marg also give you a decent sense of the menu. It also holds a 8.8 rating across 2,450 Google reviews.

How much does it cost to eat at The Penrose Bar?

The Penrose Bar is in the splurge price range (splurge). Google rating: 8.8 from 2,450 reviews

What should I order at The Penrose Bar?

Start with Dirty Pickle Martini, Spicy Marg, Pandan Panda Punch and New Pal. These dishes are shown from TastyPals notes or restaurant data on this page.

Is The Penrose Bar worth visiting?

The Penrose Bar holds a 8.8 Google rating from 2,450 reviews. The Penrose Bar is a clean first click in Upper East Side in New York when you want a fine dining option you can trust. Dirty Pickle Martini and Spicy Marg also give you a decent sense of the menu. It also holds a 8.8 rating across 2,450 Google reviews.

Where is The Penrose Bar located?

The Penrose Bar is located at 1590 2nd Ave, New York, NY 10028, USA. Directions are available via Google Maps.

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